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Walmart Recalls Over 4.4 Million Expert Grill Brushes Due to Ingestion Hazard

Walmart Over 4.4 Million Expert Grill Brushes was recalled on October 1, 2026 in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission because small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to the grill or food, posing an ingestion hazard and risk of serious…

Is my unit affected?

This recall involves certain Walmart Expert Grill metal wire bristle grill brushes. The brushes have black plastic or stainless-steel handles. Some brushes come with metal scraper attached. The following model numbers are included in this recall and can be found on the product packaging or a sticker/tag attached to the brush:

Units affected: About 4,477,655

Where it was sold: Sold At: Walmart and online including Walmart.com from January 2021 through August 2026 for between $1 and $28.

Compare the codes above against the label on your product — usually on the bottom, the back panel, or the packaging. If your unit isn't listed, it is not part of this recall.

What's the hazard?

Small metal wire bristles can detach from the brushes and stick to the grill or food, posing an ingestion hazard and risk of serious internal injuries that could require surgery.

Your remedy & how to claim it

Consumers should stop using the recalled grill brushes immediately and contact Walmart for a full refund or a credit for use at any Walmart store or Walmart.com. Consumers will be asked to return their recalled brushes to Walmart or discard them. (Remedy: Refund)

Contact: Walmart toll-free at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.walmart.com/help or https://corporate.walmart.com/recalls or www.walmart.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.

Not sure what you're entitled to? Read our guide: what to do if your product is recalled.

Official recall notice

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